Tourism
Tourism troubles: 'We are really worried about summer'
Tourism operators are optimistic for the summer ahead, despite some suffering through a long, harsh winter. Audio
Tourism operators optimistic ahead of summer
Tourism operators are putting a long, harsh winter behind them and are optimistic for the summer ahead. Tourism reporter Tess Brunton has more. Audio
Information Center Cold Call: Wairoa
Every week Jesse is forced to cold call an information center somewhere in New Zealand. Audio
Lower cruise numbers could make tourism industry sweat over summer
A tourism operator says a drop in cruise passengers could have a significant impact on his bottom line over the next few months.
Council agency spent $737k on campaign to boost positivity about city
The mayor says it's a waste of ratepayers' money, with less than half of viewers feeling more optimistic about Auckland.
Cruising for disaster: High costs have cruise liners bypassing New Zealand
The industry is warning millions of dollars and thousands of jobs could be in jeopardy as it grapples with high costs and regulations. Audio
Cruise tourism brought $1.37b into NZ last year - report
About 1011 cruise ships visited in a year, with Auckland receiving the biggest piece of the pie.
New owners for International Antarctic Centre in Christchurch
The International Antarctic Centre at Christchurch Airport has been bought by the family that owns the local Willowbank wildlife reserve.
Rotorua holiday park manager calls for freedom camping clampdown
Under-fire freedom campers say they do support local businesses on their travels.
Northland needs to build on chance to promote 'incredible' attractions - conservationist
The region's inclusion in a prestigous list is a "huge opportunity" for the region, Ngaire Sullivan says. Audio
Tourist operators want emergency motel accommodation shut down
The emergency motels in Rotorua are associated with anti-social behaviour and harm local tourism, Hotel Council's James Doolan says. Audio
Major hotel operator returns to Christchurch with $32m buyout
Millennium and Copthorne Hotels is returning for the first time since the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.
NZ region makes National Geographic's Best of the World list
Northland makes it onto the list on the strength of its rare wildlife and "excellent diving".
'Entitled' Cathedral Cove visitors slowing track repairs - mayor
The track to the popular attraction has been closed since February 2023, and DOC workers keep having to down tools to deal with "absolutely idiotic" tourists, says Deli Connell. Audio
Prague bans late-night bar crawl ban to deter 'drunk' tourists
The Czech capital, famous for its beer as its historic architecture, is seeking to end its reputation as a party destination.
New airline for key Westport-Wellington route
The Buller District Council has reached an agreement with Nelson-based Originair, which will start services from 3 January.
Featherston, a fairy tale of reinvention
In the space of a decade the Wairarapa town of Featherston has reinvented itself, from a broken down P-plagued problem place, to a vibrant reading centre Audio
Eatery's outdoor dining fees hiked 1500 percent
After years keeping costs flat in the wake of Covid, Queenstown's council has changed what it charges bars and restaurants to use public space for al fresco dining. Audio
Queenstown 'definitely should rethink' outdoor dining fees - Restaurant Association
President Mike Egan told Checkpoint the amount Queenstown Lakes District Council is charging is "excessive", "way over the top", and "unfair". Audio
China's new panda diplomats touch down in DC
One's got a big appetite, the other's a bit of an introvert. Washington welcomes a new set of pandas from Beijing for the first time in 24 years.
